“For 125 years, the Longhorn Band has united generations of Longhorns through traditions and spirit,” said UT President Jim Davis. “Today, we honored Vincent DiNino, ‘Mr. Additionally, in recognition of the Longhorn Band’s cultural and civic contributions to Austin, City Councilman Ryan Alter presented a City of Austin proclamation designating Sept. 12, 2025, as Longhorn Band Day. DiNino was the first full-time director of the Longhorn Band from 1955-1975 and the University’s director of bands from 1975-1985. When he arrived on the Forty Acres, the Longhorn Band was run entirely by students and led by a part-time conductor.